Field Notes: A Look Inside Maricopa County's Election Innovations, An Exclusive Event for Veterans and Military Families
Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, Ben Keiser helped lead the event.
On September 20, 2023, Vet the Vote hosted a unique event in Downtown Phoenix that showcased the intersection of two vital pillars of American democracy: veterans and elections. Co-hosted by Maricopa County Elections, this gathering provided an exclusive opportunity for local veterans and their families to gain insight into the county's election innovations and preparations for the upcoming 2024 election. This collaboration emphasized the importance of veterans' involvement in preserving the democratic values they fought to protect during their service. The event featured Maricopa County Elections Director, Scott Jarrett, who discussed topics ranging from election facility construction to veterans' participation as election workers.
Jarrett took the stage to share valuable insights and answer questions from attendees. Jarrett’s role as the Elections Director makes him a key figure in directing all in-person voting, tabulation operations, candidate filing, campaign finance, and warehouse operations.
Downtown Election Facility Construction: Jarrett shed light on the ongoing construction of downtown election facilities. This investment aims to modernize and enhance the county's election infrastructure, ensuring a more efficient and secure electoral process for all residents.
Preparations for the 2024 Election: With the 2024 election on the horizon, attendees were keen to hear about the preparations and strategies in place to ensure a smooth voting process. Jarrett shared insights into the county's plans, which encompassed improved technology, voter outreach initiatives, and enhanced security measures.
Veterans as Election Workers: One of the most intriguing aspects of the event was the discussion about how veterans can continue their service through participation as election workers. Jarrett emphasized the critical role veterans play in upholding the integrity of elections and encouraged their involvement in various election-related positions.
The "A Look Inside Maricopa County's Election Innovations" event was a remarkable opportunity for veterans and their families to engage with their local election authorities and gain an in-depth understanding of the advancements in the election process. Scott Jarrett's insights into construction projects, 2024 election preparations, and the crucial role of veterans as election workers highlighted the county's commitment to transparent, efficient, and secure elections. This event serves as a great example of how civic engagement and veterans' continued service can converge to strengthen the democratic fabric of our nation.